Fine craft relies heavily on natural elements and inspiration from the world around us. Members and crafters for The League of New Hampshire Craftsmen store in Keene create beauty from wood, fibers, found objects, and develop designs that have organic flair. It's no wonder that Keene store owner Taryn Fisher sees the resonance between her shop and the powerful local environmental movement.
At Thursday's mixer, you are welcome to drop in for conversations on our current climate crisis, and solutions your rural communities are implementing to make a difference, one policy, one activity, one purchasing choice at a time. There will be an interactive survey on the topic as well as art-making that celebrates your vision for a carbon neutral community.
Partners in hosting: Taryn Fisher, owner of Keene's League of NH Craftsmen store. The League of NH Craftsmen was established in 1932 to help artists during an economically challenging time. Today, the League is recognized as one of the country's foremost fine arts organizations, setting the standards for fine hand crafts - made right here - and highly valued for their creativity, authenticity, and technical expertise. The Keene Fine Craft Gallery is one of nine galleries across NH that showcase and sell the works of over 750 juried artists.
Georgia Cassimatis, owner of 17 Rox. 17 Rox is an artist studios collective located in downtown Keene. Begun just one year ago, the space is a much sought-after location for makers to work in a private but connected studio community. Georgia also runs the community group Friends of Public Art.
Ann Shedd, member of the City of Keene's Energy and Climate Committee. The committee was created In order to protect Keene’s public health, safety and welfare, as well as the economic vitality of the community, and exists to monitor and advocate for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions; promote energy conservation and efficiency, as well as the use and production of renewable energy; and increase awareness of and resilience to the expected impacts of a changing climate.